The average train between Holyhead and Runcorn takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead to Runcorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Holyhead and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Runcorn station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Holyhead to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Runcorn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Holyhead to Runcorn train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Holyhead and Runcorn is 126.3 km. The road distance is 158 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.